Staffing in the banking sector is diverging: many banks have cut jobs after restructuring, while others are still hiring. KienlongBank's headcount fell by 1,078 to 2,596 in just one quarter as of 30 September, tied to network reorganisation and a shift to multichannel service; Sacombank cut 3,738 staff in the first six months, and Eximbank's headcount fell by 783 from the start of the year to 5,358. By contrast, ACB added 236 staff to reach 12,691. Expert Nguyễn Quang Huy says the adjustments reflect business model transition and changing skill needs rather than a negative layoff wave, while Dr. Châu Đình Linh says digitalisation and automation are accelerating restructuring, with fewer but higher-quality staff.
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